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One month later: The Samsung Galaxy S6 edge revisited

One month later: The Samsung Galaxy S6 edge revisited

The Galaxy S6 edge is the most cutting-edge smartphone on the market today, at least when you consider its specs on paper and look at its beautiful curved design. I've been using the Galaxy S6 edge (and so have my mates here at SamMobile) since the day it went up for sale, and from the […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung sets sights on the iPhone 6S, may announce the Galaxy Note 5 in July

Samsung sets sights on the iPhone 6S, may announce the Galaxy Note 5 in July

We all know that engineers at Samsung are hard at work in developing the Galaxy Note 5, and it was expected that the company would traditionally announce it during IFA 2015. Now, a report from WhoWired Korea is claiming that Samsung might drop the bomb sooner than expected as it is trying to outmatch Apple by announcing […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
The Hulk smashed and dropped some gifts at our office

The Hulk smashed and dropped some gifts at our office

As a huge Marvel fan, I was overjoyed this year when Samsung and Marvel announced that they are one-upping their relationship by launching original accessories. Samsung announced various bundled packs with its latest flagships, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge; I had been wondering where these were available and was disappointed to see they […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung and Cigna announce a new version of Coach by Cigna health and fitness app

Samsung and Cigna announce a new version of Coach by Cigna health and fitness app

Samsung and Cigna have announced a newer version of the health and fitness app, Coach by Cigna. The app now comes with an updated UI, which follows Material design guidelines, and comes with new features. The app will be available for the Galaxy S6, the Galaxy S6 edge, the Galaxy S5, the Galaxy Note 4, and the Note […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Note PRO 12.2 LTE gets Android 5.0.2 Lollipop

Samsung Galaxy Note PRO 12.2 LTE gets Android 5.0.2 Lollipop

The Lollipop party continues for Samsung devices, with the Galaxy Note PRO 12.2 LTE the newest kid on the block to receive the confectionery update. Samsung's largest Galaxy Note is being updated to Android 5.0.2 over in Switzerland as we write this, with the update carrying build number P905XXUABOD7. The update should include all the goodies […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Galaxy S6 Active confirmed through Samsung Plus Program

Galaxy S6 Active confirmed through Samsung Plus Program

The Galaxy S6 Active lives! We’ve shown you an AT&T inventory list, photos, and other juicy details about Samsung’s rumored ruggedized device, but we now have something of a confirmation from Samsung. Samsung’s Plus Program webpage has been set up to provide the Samsung faithful with device support, additional services, and other benefits (per company […]

  • By Deidre R.
  • 9 years ago
Samsung affirms Tizen is here to stay, says it’s “The OS of Everything”

Samsung affirms Tizen is here to stay, says it’s “The OS of Everything”

Tizen is a new platform in the smartphone world (though it’s been developing for a few years now), and Samsung’s connection to it gives the fledgling platform a certain amount of publicity – whether good or bad. Tizen has its share of critics who view iOS, Android, and Windows as sufficient for OS choices; “we […]

  • By Deidre R.
  • 9 years ago
Samsung Chairman’s succession plan has reportedly been set in motion

Samsung Chairman’s succession plan has reportedly been set in motion

The powerful Lee family exercises control over the Samsung conglomerate with Lee Kun-hee positioned as the Chairman despite repeated calls from shareholders to limit his power over the group. The family controls the conglomerate through ownership in key affiliate companies. On the other hand Chairman Lee Kun-hee has often been criticized for being too extravagant on his […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Smartglasses patented by Samsung could give Google Glass a run for its money

Smartglasses patented by Samsung could give Google Glass a run for its money

A patent application from Samsung has been published by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office which reveals that the company has invented smartglasses that are capable of doing much more than what Google Glass was ever capable of. Google Glass was Google's failed smartglasses project that never made it to a consumer launch, the company […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Samsung uses Snapchat to ‘Edge-ucate’ you about its latest flagship

Samsung uses Snapchat to ‘Edge-ucate’ you about its latest flagship

Samsung is going all out on marketing and advertising efforts for the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 edge, why wouldn't it since these new handsets are crucial for the company to regain its footing in the global smartphone market. The company now seeks to offer “Edge-ucation” about its latest flagship through Snapchat and for that […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Galaxy S5 mini gets in line for Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update

Galaxy S5 mini gets in line for Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update

Samsung Galaxy S5 mini owners have no doubt been waiting for the Lollipop update but so far the company has not revealed when the update will be released for this particular device. We reported a couple of months back that it's likely that the Lollipop update for the Galaxy S5 mini will be released in […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Samsung launches the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge in Blue Topaz and Green Emerald

Samsung launches the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge in Blue Topaz and Green Emerald

Samsung had showed off the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 edge in Blue Topaz and Green Emerald color options when the devices was first unveiled back in March but these options weren't immediately available in the market. Customers were limited to White Pearl, Black Sapphire and Gold Platinum instead. Samsung today announced the launch of […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
05-15-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy A7, Galaxy Ace 4 LTE, Galaxy Core Prime, and more

05-15-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy A7, Galaxy Ace 4 LTE, Galaxy Core Prime, and more

Samsung has a plethora of phones and tablets in its lineup, and regularly releases firmware updates for various devices. These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs. Software updates for Samsung devices roll out in various […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Galaxy Note Edge sequel to be preceded by another device with Edge display?

Galaxy Note Edge sequel to be preceded by another device with Edge display?

The Galaxy S6 edge might have looked like an experiment thanks to its dual curved Edge display, but high consumer demand has easily turned it into a mainstream device. To meet this demand, Samsung was reported to have opened up a new factory to be able to produce more S6 edge displays, and if a new […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung has modified its logo on the Galaxy S6 edge on newer units

Samsung has modified its logo on the Galaxy S6 edge on newer units

Samsung seems to have slightly changed the look of its logo on the Galaxy S6 edge (and possibly the Galaxy S6) in newer revisions of the device. On one of our Galaxy S6 edge's bought in the initial batch, the Samsung logo at the front of the S6 edge had a highlight around each letter, but […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Avengers themed accessories for Galaxy S6 to arrive next week

Avengers themed accessories for Galaxy S6 to arrive next week

Samsung tied up with Marvel for promotion of its devices in the Avengers: Age Of Ultron movie. As part of the promotion deal, Samsung will also launch Avengers themed variants of its products including smartphones and accessories. The South Korean smartphone giant has already showcased Avengers themed accessories, themes, and an Iron Man edition of the […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
Samsung explains why the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge displays are awesome

Samsung explains why the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge displays are awesome

Samsung knows, we know it, the consumer knows it. The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are arguably the most attractive smartphones made by the Korean giant, with a metal and glass design that is extremely eye-catching. What is even more impressive is the fact that Samsung just doesn't stop at the design, but also offers […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung officially teases the Galaxy S6 Iron Man Edition

Samsung officially teases the Galaxy S6 Iron Man Edition

We all know that Samsung collaborated with Marvel for cross promotion of the recently released Avengers: Age Of Ultron movie and Samsung's recently released smartphones, the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 edge. Samsung also showcased Avengers themed accessories for both these devices. Now, Samsung has officially teased an image of the Iron Man edition […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
Samsung Galaxy S6 edge receives software update in India, brings in bug fixes, performance and stability improvements

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge receives software update in India, brings in bug fixes, performance and stability improvements

The Galaxy S6 edge (SM-G925I) has received a small software update in India this morning. The file size of the update is 161.84 MB and the baseband version of the device has been updated from G925IDVU1AOD1 to G925IDVU1AOE2 after installing the update. As per the changelog, this software update brings in bug fixes, stability improvements, and […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
Samsung Gear Live no longer available from Google Play, probably discontinued

Samsung Gear Live no longer available from Google Play, probably discontinued

Samsung hasn't been very keen on Android Wear, but the company was still the first (along with LG) to launch a smartwatch running Google's OS for wearables. This watch was the Gear Live, which is basically a rehashed Gear that cut down on some features (like calling) thanks to Android Wear's limited nature. Needless to say, the […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago